Caladesi Island State Park

Caladesi Island State Park is a natural island offering a variety of activities for families to enjoy. The park has a three-mile nature trail, a marina, picnic pavilions, bathhouses, a park concession stand, and a beach. The beach was listed as one of the best in the country by Dr. Beach in 2008. Visitors can take a stroll along the island's pristine beaches, go kayaking through the bayside mangrove forest, or walk the nature trail to the historic Scharrer Homestead. The island is also home to a variety of wildlife and offers a unique opportunity to explore an untouched island